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Q. What do I need to have in an emergency supply kit?

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A basic emergency supply kit should have

- Water, one gallon of water per person per day, for drinking and sanitation- Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food- Battery-powered radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert, and extra batteries for both- Flashlight and extra batteries- First Aid kit- Whistle to signal for help- Infant formula and diapers, if you have an infant- Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation- Dust mask or cotton t-shirt, to help filter the air- Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities- Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)